Wamala
WAMALA KYEYUNE JOSEPH was (b. 1993,Kampala)
is a painter and muralist based in Kampala.
Wamala’s art is a tapestry of life’s diverse experiences questioning elitism and social mobility, weaving stories of hope that transcend backgrounds, tribes, religions, and pedigrees.
His figurative paintings come alive with the infusion of serigraphy and text.
Rooted in mural painting, Kyeyune’s work incorporates recreated iron sheets and other found materials reminiscent of street art, posters and advertisements bringing the vibrancy of the streets into the gallery space.
During the Wild Mural Festival, Wamala has been associated to the Ngamba island Chimpanzee Trust that rescues Chimpanzees in East Africa.
Ngamba Island is currently home to 52 orphaned and confiscated chimps, rescued from the illegal
pet and bushmeat trade.
Despite their initial trauma, chimps living at Ngamba have a safe and semi-natural environment in which to recover and eventually thrive over their long lives of up to 60 years.
Founded in 1998, the island offers 95 acres of natural forest where the chimps roam and forage daily.
The goals of the sanctuary are to:
-Provide a safe home for rescued chimpanzees while also caring for the environment & other wildlife on the island;
-Provide a high-quality educational experience for visitors;
-Benefit local communities.
